Although the body has yet to be formally identified it is believed to that of 46 year-old Vasu Pangaluri.
Officers were alerted to a body in the canal near Bulkington Road at 8:25am on Thursday 25th February.
Mr Pangaluri was reported missing by his family on Wednesday 24th February.
While the case is still being treated as 'unexplained', it is not believed to be suspicious.
During their investigations police also had to appeal to drone pilot to stop flying his device over the scene.
Man dies after serious assault in Appleby Magna
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Police are investigating thefts at Fosse Park.
Body found in search for missing Loughbrough student
Following a search of the river, a body has been located.
Unwanted bikes needed to give to Leicestershire’s young people a chance to learn to cycle
"Far too many children miss out on learning to ride because they don’t have access to a bike at home."
Charnwood Borough Council’s draft budget open for consultation
The draft budget proposes increasing Charnwood’s share of the Council tax.
Parkrun founder awarded honorary degree by Loughborough University
He said, "to be here among all the talent and creativity in Loughborough is a wonderful recognition."
Fresh appeal for information to find missing Loughborough student
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Britain’s most-bashed bridge is in Hinckley
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